Tyco Electronics Connectors News

A New Breed of High-Performance Interconnects

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The demand for increased current density with modular power solutions has been met by a new breed of power interconnects from Tyco Electronics. The new designs make better use of available airflow and provide improvements in long-term reliability. Specific challenges related to energized mate and un-mate cycles and exposure to corrosion enhancing environments while maintaining low milli-volt drops are addressed with new contact designs and material selections. While de-facto standard solutions fall short of meeting future needs, Tyco Electronics offers upgraded power connectors that meet the needs of many applications in the computer, telecommunications and industrial power distribution markets.

Power Interconnects Webinar: Increasing Current Density and Reliability

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, PA. -- Mar. 18, 2010 -- A new breed of power interconnects -- the MULTI-BEAM XLE and MINIPAK HDL connectors -- has been developed by Tyco Electronics to meet the growing demand for increased current density with modular power solutions. The new designs make better use of available airflow and offer improved long-term reliability. Contact design and material selection have been upgraded to address challenges related to energized mate and un-mate cycles and exposure to corrosion-enhancing environments while maintaining low milli-volt drops.

Power Interconnects Webinar: Increasing Current Density and Reliability

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Power Interconnect Solutions: Increasing Current Density and Reliability

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Faster Response Time on Our Websites

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

We implemented a new website acceleration process on February 12, 2010, for our home page, www.tycoelectronics.com. The average response time around the world was reduced by 66%!Ã‚Â This response time speed is apparent everywhere but is most dramatic in locations furthest from the Tyco Electronics-Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, data center. We hope this improvement provides you a favorable experience with a faster website to meet your needs.

IDC SSL Connector for Quick, Tool-less Termination of Discrete Wires

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- March 12, 2010 -- Tyco Electronics today released the new IDC SSL connector for quick, tool-less termination of discrete wires onto LED printed circuit boards (PCBs). The product terminates 18 through 24 AWG solid and stranded wire utilizing insulation displacement technology to eliminate the labor-intensive task of pre-stripping wires and soldering.

Introducing the MCON 1.2 mm Terminal & Housing Series

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The automotive industry is constantly moving towards cleaner high performance products for improved mechanical and electrical performance. Tyco Electronics has designed the MCON 1.2 terminal and housing series to deliver a connector system with increased performance in a reduced package size for engine applications.

Low Voltage DC Grid Interconnects for the EMerge Alliance® DC Standard

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Feb. 5, 2010 -- Tyco Electronics, a participating member of the EMerge Alliance®, launches new low-voltage direct-current (LVDC) grid interconnects for use in the EMerge Alliance-compliant system. The DC grid interconnects include a variety of connectors and cable assemblies designed to transfer power to and from lighting fixtures and other electrical devices used in the system. All interconnects meet the requirements of the EMerge Alliance Standard -- a new power distribution platform for the use of safe, low-voltage DC power in commercial interiors.

RJ Point Five Connector for Double the Port Density of the RJ 45 Ethernet Link

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Jan. 28, 2010 -- Tyco Electronics unleashes a new next-generation Ethernet link -- the RJ point five connector system -- designed to offer double the port density of the standard RJ 45 Ethernet link while maintaining field termination capability. The product supports Gigabit speeds of Cat5E UTP cable, in integrated and non-integrated magnetic solutions, with a roadmap to support PoE+ and 10GBASE-T over Cat 6a cable.

Sockets to Support INTEL® CORE™ i7 989 & 988 Mobile Processors

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Jan. 28, 2010 -- Tyco Electronics launches new surface mount rPGA sockets designed to support INTEL® CORE™ i7 989 and 988 mobile processors and validated to Intel design guides for high-performance and extreme mobile products.

Cost-Effective Termination Solutions for Copper & Aluminum Magnet Wire

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, PA. — Jan. 11, 2010 — Tyco Electronics offers the MAG-MATE insulation displacement crimp (IDC) interconnection system — a cost-effective interconnect for fractional horsepower (FHP) motor manufacturers. The product drives cost reduction as the same part number qualifies for termination of both copper and aluminium magnet wires.

Jump to the Front of the Bandwidth Line With Our Webinar

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

As the market's demand for increased functionality and higher data rates continues to grow, Tyco Electronics has introduced new options, including integrated lightpipes for port indicators, connectors with improved signal integrity, enhanced EMI springs for increased EMI suppression, and riding heat sink technology for thermal management.

Pluggable I/O Solutions -- Enabling Leaps in Bandwidth

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Screw-Down Jumper Assembly for LED Applications

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Dec. 28, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics has launched a new board-to-board screw-down jumper assembly for use in LED lighting strips, lighting controls, and channel lettering. The RoHS-compliant jumper, which was originally designed for T8 and T12 fluorescent retrofit tubes, specifically serves the solid state lighting (SSL) market.

G13 Style SMT Assembly Supports Solid State Lighting Industry

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Dec. 28, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics announces a new RoHS-compliant G13 style SMT assembly and end-cap cover for the solid state lighting (SSL) industry. The product supports printed circuit boards (PCBs) and LED strip lighting modules found in the standard T8 and T12 fluorescent LED retrofit tubes.

Hermaphroditic Blade & Receptacle Design Promotes Fast Assembly

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Dec. 28, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics has introduced new wire-to-board plug connectors and board-to-board connectors to its family of hermaphroditic blade and receptacle connectors. The connectors are designed to make connecting of aluminum-clad printed circuit boards, commonly used for LED lighting applications that include lighting controls and LED light modules, faster and easier.

Powering the 2009 World Games

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tyco Electronics solar products helped power the 2009 World Games in Taiwan's Kaoshiung Stadium. This venue is the world's first multi-function stadium powered by Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) solar energy. The 1.2 megawatts of electricity generated by this system eliminates up to six million tons of CO2 annually. Playing a pivotal role in the interconnection of the photovoltaic (PV) modules, Tyco Electronics supplied 8,844 SOLARLOK junction boxes to Kinmac, the manufacturer of the BIPV modules which are mounted on the roof of the 40,000 seat stadium. Additionally, Tyco Electronics provided 30,000 meters of solar cable and the required SOLARLOK cable couplers to Kinmac's installation business division, Delta, to complete the stadium installation.

New eLearning Module: ELCON High Power Drawer Products

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Tyco Electronics introduces a new eLearning module on the ELCON high power drawer product line which provides an overview of the product line, insight into the various applications and detailed links where customers can find the latest product information. This product is used by industry leaders in the datacom and power supply industries throughout the world. Beyond the current offerings, new variations are in development to meet future customer needs. Whether you are a new engineer or a seasoned professional, the ELCON high power drawer eLearning module is sure to provide valuable insight into this versatile product line.

To access the eLearning module, please visit the product web page at www.tycoelectronics.com/products/highpowerdrawer and click on the eLearning module link.

LGA 1366 Sockets Comply with INTEL® CORE™ I7 Processor Family

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- November 6, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics launches the new surface mount LGA 1156 and 1366 sockets designed to comply with the Intel® Core™ i7 processor family. These hybrid products combine the benefits of an LGA socket with the simplicity of a BGA component and are among the few validated to Intel design guidelines. Specific applications of the LGA 1156 include CPU interconnects in desktop computers servers. The LGA 1366 is ideal for servers and high-end desktop computers.

LGA 1156 Sockets Comply with the INTEL® CORE™ I7 Processor Family

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. -- November 6, 2009 -- Tyco Electronics launches the new surface mount LGA 1156 and 1366 sockets designed to comply with the INTEL® CORE™ i7 processor family. These hybrid products combine the benefits of an LGA socket with the simplicity of a BGA component and are among the few validated to Intel design guidelines. Specific applications of the LGA 1156 include CPU interconnects in desktop computers servers. The LGA 1366 is ideal for servers and high-end desktop computers.